Position Description:

Earn a $2,000.00 sign-on bonus for candidates less than 50 miles from the JSMC facility.

Earn a $5,000.00 out-of-area bonus for candidates who are 50 miles or greater from the JSMC Facility.

This UAW-represented position includes:

Operate GMAW welding equipment.
Follow prescribed welding procedures.
Ability to obtain and maintain required welding certifications to weld various metals in specific positions.
Welding to include operation of slag tool, pre-heating, air arcing, grinding, plasma cutting equipment.
Ability to fabricate large military vehicle assemblies (modify parts, verify acceptable weld joint configurations).
Must operate JIB crane, radio-controlled overhead crane, and pendant crane.
Perform pre- and/or post-operation safety checks of equipment.

Position Requirements:
Successful applicant must be U.S. Citizen at least 18 years of age.
Must obtain/maintain unescorted access to facility through vetting process administered by Department of Army Police.
Must have high school diploma or equivalent (GED).
Must satisfy weld entrance exam.
Must successfully complete pre-employment background check, medical exam, and drug screen.
Must be willing and able to obtain security clearance.
Two (2) years welding experience is preferred. Successful completion of reputable weld school test from verified weld school may be considered in lieu of 1 year experience.
May be required to certify on various metals and alloys.
Must be able and willing to obtain radio overhead crane license.
Understanding and previous experience with operator verification systems, preferred.
Must be able to obtain three (3) welding certifications (flat, horizontal, vertical) within a 6-week timeframe.

Working Conditions and Environment:
Learning and understanding the fundamentals of General Dynamics weld procedures and requirements.
Learning and understanding the function of General Dynamics Quality systems
Lifting and handling various parts (including weld wire) - maximum of 60 lb. weight handling limit.
Climbing ladders and into and onto structures.
Walking and standing on uneven surfaces.
Bending, kneeling, standing, stooping.
Working in and around dust and fumes.
Working in areas with a high noise volume.
Welding hood is required at all times.
Depending upon departmental assignment, wearing a respirator may be required.
Using hand tools including, but not limited to sledge hammer, pry bar, large wrenches, air/gas couplings.
Operating radio-controlled crane for lifting and moving material.
Must be willing to work overtime.
Must be willing to work off shifts.